Mel in an unidentified European city
Even though my father being in the military gave me opportunities to see different places at a young age, I did not develop an interest until I was 19. A friend talked me into signing up for the travel abroad program at our school going to London. At first, I questioned why I would want to leave the states.
I am glad that my friend convinced me to go. It was an amazing experience. The availability of great museums, fantastic shopping, nightlife, and cheap flights to European cities igniting my interest in exploring other places.
Traveling as an adult, I began to notice that I was being treated differently from friends. One reason for the difference was due to our coloring and the second reason was size.
It is easier to find advice on what to expect when traveling while black, than it is to find information for traveling while fat. I would just focus on information geared toward black experiences. Rhie and I want to share our experiences, so at least there will be a little more out there about the fat travel experience.